18th Jan, 2025 10:00

Fine Asian Art Auction

 
Lot 117
 
Lot 117 - JADE SWORD DECORATION WITH CIRRUS CLOUD AND STRIPES HAN DYNASTY (202 BC - 220 AD) CHINA

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JADE SWORD DECORATION WITH CIRRUS CLOUD AND STRIPES HAN DYNASTY (202 BC - 220 AD) CHINA

Dimensions: 6 x 2,5 x 1,8 cm
Weight: 32 grams

A rare and finely carved jade sword decoration (Zhi), dating to the Han dynasty period.

The piece is expertly crafted from lustrous white jade, accented with russet inclusions that enhance its natural beauty and underscore its antiquity.

The surface is intricately carved with elegant swirling cloud motifs, a hallmark of early Chinese decorative art, symbolizing auspiciousness and continuity.

The Zhi features a hollow slot on the underside, skillfully designed for attachment to the hilt or scabbard of a sword.

Its rectangular form and slightly curved profile demonstrate both aesthetic refinement and functional utility, serving as both a protective and decorative element.

Unsold
Estimated at €1,500 - €2,500